Senior Manager - Procurement

Job Description Senior Manager, Module Procurement


Overall Job Objective


Roles Responsibilities

1. PV Module Procurement

• Lead end-to-end procurement of PV Modules for utility-scale solar projects.
• Develop project-specific and portfolio-level sourcing strategies aligned with project schedules, technical specifications and commercial objectives.
• Manage RFQ/RFP processes, supplier evaluation, techno-commercial negotiations, contracting and award recommendations.
• Coordinate post-order activities through manufacturing, inspection, logistics and delivery.

2. Supplier Market Management

• Develop and maintain a strong network of domestic and international PV Module manufacturers .
• Conduct supplier qualification, capability assessment and commercial evaluation.
• Monitor supplier performance against contractual commitments, delivery schedules and quality requirements.
• Track module market dynamics, technology developments, capacity availability, pricing trends and supply-chain risks.

3. Techno-Commercial Evaluation

• Work closely with Engineering and Projects teams for evaluation of module technologies and technical specifications.
• Lead commercial evaluation covering module price, logistics, warranty terms, payment structure, performance commitments and contractual risks.
• Develop should-cost models and benchmark supplier quotations to support negotiations and procurement decisions.

4. Contract Negotiation Management

• Negotiate high-value PV Module Supply Agreements with appropriate commercial and contractual protections.
• Negotiate payment terms, warranties, guarantees, liquidated damages, delivery obligations, performance requirements and other key commercial conditions.
• Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies and applicable contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Support resolution of supplier claims, change orders and contractual issues.

5. Cost Optimization

• Drive cost reduction through:
  • Competitive sourcing
  • Volume consolidation
  • Alternate supplier development
  • Commercial negotiations
  • Logistics optimization
  • Market-timing strategies
• Monitor major cost drivers influencing PV module pricing and provide market intelligence to management.

6. Cross-Functional Stakeholder Management

• Engineering
• Projects / Project Execution
• Quality
• Finance
• Legal
• Logistics
• OM
• Group Procurement

Qualification Experience

• B.Tech / B.E. in Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical or related Engineering discipline.
• MBA / PG qualification in Supply Chain / Operations would be preferred.
• Around 1015 years of relevant experience in Procurement / Supply Chain, preferably within Renewable Energy, Solar IPP, Solar EPC or PV Module manufacturing .
• Strong hands-on experience specifically in PV Module procurement/sourcing for utility-scale solar projects.
• Experience handling large-value CAPEX procurement

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